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Understanding Global Change

Discover why the climate and environment changes, your place in the Earth system, and paths to a resilient future.

Understanding Global Change

Discover why the climate and environment changes, your place in the Earth system, and paths to a resilient future.

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Understanding Global Change 101

Click the slide shows below for a guided tour of the fundamental Earth system processes and phenomena relevant to environmental and climate change. Continue your exploration of specific concepts on the Understanding Global Change Infographic by visiting the CAUSES OF GLOBAL CHANGE, HOW THE EARTH SYSTEM WORKS, and MEASURABLE CHANGES pages.

UGC 101 Part 1: How the Earth System Works


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UGC 101 Part 2: Causes of Change and Measurable Changes


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